Past Events › Masterclasses

This 4 day intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including beginners and improvers, enabling you to develop greater consistency or working towards throwing bigger and taller pots.  There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and help you develop your technique with the [...]

Give throwing a go!  This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction.  Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches.  Building a dry-laid [...]

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: – How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. -oxidised and reduction glazes. -General formulation of transparent [...]

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

Experience level intermediate. Must be able to centre and competently throw cylinders and bowls. This course will cover:  Designing and planning forms Weighing out clay Measuring Preparing clay Throwing component parts Altering and marking thrown parts How to join effectively Avoiding joining cracks Assembling large pots Throwing and assembling thrown sculptural pieces. slips Finishing joins [...]

This is a three day Masterclass aimed at people who already have intermediate throwing skills and who wish to learn to produce tea or coffee pots, using more advanced techniques of studio pottery in a professional working studio environment. The course is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, and are able to centre [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. Oxidised and reduction glazes. General formulation of transparent [...]

Over the weekend, there will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. This weekend course is taught by our fantastic Clay College Graduates and is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, are able to centre clay, and are confident in throwing [...]

  Dylan Bowen is a renowned slipware potter who makes slip decorated earthenware using traditional and contemporary techniques and materials. The day will start with a range demonstrations by Dylan Bowen, showing the different ways he uses clay and slip. In the afternoon there will be a practical, hands-on making session where you will be [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

Clay College Stoke is very pleased to be able to offer a 1 Day Improvers Throwing Masterclass with Brian Dickenson, Saturday 10th December. There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and develop your technique. The day is suitable for those who have experience in throwing, are [...]

Clay College Stoke is very pleased to be able to offer a 1 Day Masterclass Talk & Demonstrations led by Mike Dodd, 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday 11th February.   This would be a rare opportunity to learn from Master potter Mike Dodd. In this class, Mike will demonstrate his unique techniques in working [...]

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 4-Day Hands-on Easter Masterclass from the 13th to the 16th of April. The masterclass focuses on Jug forms including forming lips and handles and the use of slips for decoration. This course is suitable for those who wish to improve their throwing and [...]

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Brian Dickenson, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. Unlike previous kiln-building masterclasses, this course will feature two firings with two different kilns. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and [...]

Clay College are delighted to welcome John Mackenzie for a 2-day masterclass on Saturday 8th July and Sunday 9th July. With a focus on wood firing, this masterclass will include lectures on wood firing techniques, kilns, slips, forms and glazes, as well as centring and throwing large amounts of clay, exploring mark making on smaller vessels [...]

This intensive 2 day course will cover: Workshop Health & Safety. Clay handling - reclaiming, wedging, blending. Glaze technology – mixing, application, storing. Kiln packing. Gas and electric firing. Clay College is a not-for-profit organisation so all the proceeds from our masterclasses support the work we do. Please note: There will be plenty of tea, [...]

We're delighted to be welcoming Ruth King back to Clay College for a two-day Handbuilding Masterclass on 7th & 8th October. This short course will feature demonstrations from the esteemed potter, followed by a guided two-day making workshop. All abilities are welcome, from absolute beginners to experienced makers and everything in between. Whether you want [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise! You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

Clay College are delighted to be welcoming leading Japanese potter Shozo Michikawa for 'A Day of Demonstrations & Conversation' on Sunday 5th November. With over forty years of experience in making and exhibiting all over the world, this is an incredibly special, intimate and rare opportunity. Gain an introduction to his work and learn about [...]

We're delighted to be welcoming Adam Frew back to Clay College for a two-day Porcelain Masterclass on the 18th and 19th of November. This short course will feature demonstrations from the esteemed potter, followed by a guided two-day throwing workshop. Suitable for any level from beginners to improvers, you will be using the potter’s wheel [...]

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 4-Day Hands-on Masterclass from Saturday 17th to Tuesday 20th February. This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who have some knowledge and wish to improve their throwing. Topics to be covered: Clay preparation, wedging and kneading. Throwing techniques Lifting techniques, hand [...]

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise! You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing methods [...]

Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th March This intensive 2-day course will cover: Workshop Health & Safety. Clay handling - reclaiming, wedging, blending. Glaze technology – mixing, application, storing. Kiln packing. Gas and electric firing. Clay College is a not-for-profit organisation so all the proceeds from our masterclasses support the work we do. Please note: There [...]

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 2-Day Hands-on masterclass from the 13th to the 14th of April. A perfect opportunity to build upon your core skills from throwing cylinders, bowls and flatware to adding shape and form to your throwing. The class will be led by Brian Dickenson, an [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a Day Masterclass focussing on perfecting Handles and Lugs guided by our course director Kevin Millward. The class will begin with Kevin's years of expertise in throwing shapes and adding handles and lugs to suit the specific forms. Participants will be guided on how [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a Day Masterclass focussing on tips, tricks and techniques for Porcelain guided by our course director Kevin Millward. An opportunity for those with some throwing experience to learn how to use porcelain from a master potter with years of experience working with various clay [...]

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a Day Masterclass focussing on perfecting Lids, Spouts and Handles guided by our course director Kevin Millward. The class will begin with Kevin's years of expertise in throwing shapes and adding handles, lids and spouts. Participants will be guided on how to create and [...]

During this course, you will learn to glaze, pack, fire and build with the guidance of Brian Dickenson. Day timings 10 am - 4 pm. Firing Day will start at 8 am. Day 1: Slip/Glaze and pack our on-site brick kiln. Day 2: Fire kiln - Stage-by-stage instructions and keeping kiln logs. Day 3: Kiln [...]

Saturday February 8th - Sunday February 9th The course runs from 9:45-4 on each day. If you would like accommodation recommendations please do not hesitate to contact us Clay College are delighted to offer the opportunity to advance your throwing skills in a weekend masterclass with Sabine Nemet. Participants will explore thrown and altered functional-ware [...]

Teapot Demonstration Masterclass with John Jelfs.  Saturday 15th March This Demonstration Masterclass will be led by studio potter, John Jelfs, from Cotswold Pottery. With over 30 years of experience, John’s work has been exhibited at leading galleries worldwide including the Victoria and Albert Museum and Galerie Besson. John enjoys creating pots with strength and subtlety [...]